Job Description

Are you a Psychology or Criminology graduate with a strong interest in mental health, behaviour, and child development? Are you keen to develop a career in Stevenage as a Clinical Teaching Assistant?
Are you hoping to build a career in Clinical Psychology, Forensic Psychology, or Therapeutic Education, and want meaningful experience within the education and training sector?
This Clinical Teaching Assistant role in a welcoming, progressive SEN school in Stevenage offers hands-on experience supporting children with a range of social, emotional, and behavioural needs - the ideal preparation for further psychological training or postgraduate study.
Clinical Teaching Assistant - Perfect for Psychology or Criminology Graduates
Location: Stevenage
Start Date: Immediate or September
Full-Time | Term-Time Only
Salary: 460 - 500 per week
Sector: Education | Mental Health | Behavioural Support
As a Clinical Teaching Assistant, you'll work alongside:

• Educational Psychologists
• Behaviour Specialists
• Therapists and SENCOs

You will:

• Support pupils with conditions such as autism, ADHD, trauma-related difficulties, and SEMH needs
• Assist in implementing behaviour intervention plans and therapeutic strategies
• Monitor and document pupil progress in relation to emotional and cognitive development
• Help create a safe, structured environment that promotes learning, regulation, and emotional growth

This Role is Ideal For:

• Graduates in Psychology, Criminology, or related disciplines
• Aspiring Clinical or Forensic Psychologists seeking real-world experience
• Individuals passionate about child and adolescent mental health
• Someone able to commute to Stevenage
• Empathetic, reflective, and resilient people who enjoy working collaboratively
• Anyone interested in progressing to an MSc, Doctorate, PGCE, or further training in the education and training Sector.

What You'll Gain:

• First-hand experience supporting children with complex mental health and behavioural needs
• Supervision and guidance from experienced mental health and education professionals
• A deep understanding of therapeutic approaches, trauma-informed practice, and behavioural psychology in action
• A stepping stone into a career in psychology, education, or mental health services
• Ready to make a real impact while gaining invaluable experience?

Apply now to become a Clinical Teaching Assistant position in Stevenage and take your first step toward a fulfilling, psychology-aligned career path in the education and training sector.

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